2014 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID trailer

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1-9. Safety informationCorrect driving posture........ 185
SRS airbags ........................ 187
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 201
Child restraint systems........ 207
Installing child restraints...... 212
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle............... 226
Power (ignition) switch ........ 240
Hybrid transmission ............ 247
Turn signal lever ................. 256
Parking brake ...................... 257
Horn .................................... 258
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 259
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 264
Multi-information display ..... 268
Head-up display .................. 287 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ................. 294
Fog light switch................... 300
Windshield wipers and washer.............................. 302
Rear window wiper and washer.............................. 306
Headlight cleaner switch .... 309
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ..................... 310
Dynamic radar cruise control .............................. 314
Driving assist systems ........ 330
Hill-start assist control ........ 335
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............................ 337
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 345
Vehicle load limits............... 350
Winter driving tips ............... 351
Trailer towing ...................... 356
Dinghy towing ..................... 357
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 226
Power (ignition) switch ..... 240
Hybrid transmission ......... 247
Turn signal lever .............. 256
Parking brake ................... 257
Horn ................................. 258
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 259
Indicators and warning lights ................. 264
Multi-information display............................ 268
Head-up display ............... 287 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 294
Fog light switch ................ 300
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 302
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 306
Headlight cleaner switch ............................. 309
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 310
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................ 314
Driving assist systems ..... 330
Hill-start assist control ...... 335
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......................... 337
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 345
Vehicle load limits ............ 350
Winter driving tips ............ 351
Trailer towing ................... 356
Dinghy towing .................. 357

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CAUTION
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary when any of the following types of vehicles
are in front of you.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles,
the approach warning ( P. 321) will not be activated, and a fatal or serious
accident may result.
● Vehicles that cut in suddenly
● Vehicles traveling at low speeds
● Vehicles that are not moving
● Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
● Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
■ Conditions under which the vehicle -to-vehicle distance control may
not function correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sen-
sor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and a fatal or serious
accident may result:
● When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
● When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
● When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

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CAUTION
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary in any of the following situations.
●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● Vehicles that cut in suddenly
● Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
● Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
■ Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the pre-collision system can function effec-
tively:
●Keep the sensor and grille cover clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and grille cover with a soft cloth so you do not mark or
damage them.
● Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may become
inaccurate or malfunction. If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a
strong impact, always have the area inspected and adjusted by your Toy-
ota dealer.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille cover or sur-
rounding area.
● Do not modify or paint the sensor and grille cover.

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Capacity and distributionCargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capa city) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the av ailable amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400  750 (5150)
= 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That wei ght may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trai ler, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle. ( P. 350)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

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Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label. (P. 489)
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the ti res, but also degrade steering and
braking ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): P. 614
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
■ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the ma ximum number of occupants
whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■ Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of occupants.

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Trailer towing
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or
the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed for tra iler towing or for the use of tow
hitch mounted carriers.

682 Alphabetical index
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Tonneau cover ......................... 406
Tools ......................................... 451
Total load capacity................... 350
Touch tracer display ................260
TowingDinghy towing........................ 357
Emergency towing................. 528
Trailer towing......................... 356
TRAC ......................................... 330
Traction control........................ 330
Trailer towing ........................... 356
Transmission
Hybrid transmission............... 247
P position switch ................... 250
Trip information ....................... 276
Trip meter ................................. 259
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch.................................... 256
Wattage ................................. 624
USB port
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Vanity lights Vanity lights ........................... 395
Wattage ................................. 624
Vanity mirrors........................... 395
Vehicle data recordings ............24
Vehicle identification number ................................... 615
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................38
Vehicle stability control........... 330
VSC............................................ 330 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 535
Open door ............................ 539
Seat belt reminder................. 539
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) .................................. 537
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................ 538
Brake system ................ 535, 538
Charging system .... ............... 536
Cruise control ........................ 538
Electric power steering
system ................................ 537
High coolant temperature...... 536
Hybrid system ....................... 537
Low fuel level ........................ 539
Low tire pressure .................. 540
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 537
Open door ............................. 539
Pre-collision system .............. 538
Radar cruise control. ............. 538
Seat belt warning light........... 539
Slip indicator ......................... 538
SRS airbags .......................... 537
Tire pressure warning light.... 540U
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